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Ivermectin for Strongyloidiasis

Oral ivermectin is FDA-approved for intestinal strongyloidiasis.

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Jan 27, 2026
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How is ivermectin dose calculated from body weight and tablet strengths in clinical practice?

in clinical practice is weight‑based and usually expressed as micrograms per kilogram (commonly 150–200 mcg/kg for parasitic infections), then converted to milligrams and matched to available tablet s...

Jan 18, 2026
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What are the standard dosing regimens for oral ivermectin by indication (strongyloidiasis, onchocerciasis, scabies) according to FDA labeling and dosing guides?

Oral ivermectin (Stromectol) is FDA‑approved for two human parasitic infections: intestinal strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis; the FDA label documents a single 200 micrograms/kg dose for strongyloid...